Get Ready With Me: Behind the Scenes of a Spot the Dog Custom Cake Smash in Melbourne

Planning your baby’s first birthday? A custom cake smash photoshoot is the perfect way to celebrate! At Cake Smash by Chris, I specialise in creating one-of-a-kind experiences designed around your child’s personality, favourite characters, and your vision. Today, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at one of my most popular themes – the Spot the Dog cake smash.

Why Choose a Custom Cake Smash?

No two babies are the same, and their first birthday session shouldn’t be either! A custom cake smash session allows us to bring your ideas to life with a fully personalised set, custom props, and a theme your little one will love. Whether it's Spot the Dog, a jungle safari, or a pastel rainbow, I design every detail to create a magical and memorable photoshoot.

Step 1: Let’s Dream Together

The process starts with your ideas. When a mum told me how much her little boy adored Spot the Dog, I knew we had the perfect inspiration. Together, we imagined a cheerful, nostalgic setup filled with Spot’s happy little face, balloons, and Tom.

Step 2: Handmade Props and Backdrops

What makes a Cake Smash by Chris session truly special? Every piece is handcrafted by me! From the Spot the Dog character cut-outs to the bunting and props, I design, sketch, and create everything from scratch. This means your setup is completely unique and made with love – no generic, store-bought decorations here.

Step 3: A Picture-Perfect Setup

On shoot day, the studio is styled to match the theme perfectly – colourful balloons, a vanilla cake, and a happy, calm environment to help your little one shine. As a Point Cook-based baby photographer, I make sure every detail is just right for adorable, high-quality photos you’ll cherish forever.

Step 4: The Big Smash!

Now it’s time to let your baby do what they do best – have fun and get messy! Watching them explore and interact with their personalised set and smash cake is such a joyful experience. These unscripted moments make for the best photos and even better memories.

Let’s Create Your Baby’s Dream Cake Smash Session

From first birthday cake smashes to custom milestone photoshoots, I offer fully tailored photography sessions for families across Melbourne. If you're dreaming of a Spot the Dog cake smash, a book-themed setup, or something totally unique, I’d love to bring it to life.

📍 Based in Melbourne | 💬 Bookings now open for May 2025

👉 Contact me today to start planning your custom cake smash session!
Let’s make something beautiful, messy, and unforgettable – just for your baby.